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The Perfect Husband

The Perfect Husband

CrimeMystery
Pages
94
Published
1998
Language
English

Synopsis

Tess thought she had her dream husband in Jim Beckett, a decorated cop. But two years into their marriage and with a child, she discovered his dark secret: he was a serial killer. Now, after helping put him behind bars, he's escaped and is coming for her. Tess must find the strength to protect her daughter and fight back against the man who vowed to make her pay, even as a massive manhunt ensues.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseDarkGrittyEmotional
RevengeSurvivalBetrayal

Genres

Crime Mystery Suspense Thriller Literary Fiction Romance

About the author

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Lisa Gardner

Lisa Gardner is a master of suspense. Her novel The Perfect Husband is a chilling thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. If you love a good mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat, you'll want to check out her work.

Characters

Tess BeckettProtagonist
Jim BeckettAntagonist
Ex-marineSupporting
All characters in The Perfect Husband

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Perfect Husband part of a series?

    This novel is a standalone thriller and does not require reading any other books by Lisa Gardner to understand its plot or characters.

  • Does The Perfect Husband have a film adaptation?

    The book was adapted into a television movie, which premiered in 2001.